Almost all cell phone owners have long been accustomed to the fact that when incoming calls the phone displays the caller's number. This service is provided by Megafon and other mobile operators by default and absolutely free.
Meanwhile, this is very convenient, because the subscriber always knows who is calling him, and, if desired, drops the call if he does not want to talk to a specific person. More precisely, almost always. The Megafon company also provides its customers with a reverse service, the so-called “AntiAON”, thanks to which calls can be made anonymously.
Hidden number on Megafon. Detailed description of the service
In order to hide your number on Megafon when calling anyone you need to use.
The AntiAON service can be provided on a one-time or ongoing basis.
If AntiAON is connected on an ongoing basis, then the subscription fee is charged daily.
You can connect or disconnect the service on any day within a month.
The service is valid for an unlimited amount of time from the moment it was activated.
When the service user changes the tariff, the service continues to operate under the same conditions.
Sometimes, when you call a subscriber on another network, the service may not work and your number will be identified. The number is not hidden when sending MMS and SMS. In addition, the service will not work if your interlocutor uses SuperAON.
Offer price and terms of use
Anyone who wishes to hide the number for only one call will have to pay 7 rubles. Activating the service for continuous use of its benefits does not cost a penny, but to use its capabilities you will have to agree to a daily subscription fee of 5 rubles.
We must remember that if someone is connected, the “AntiAON” option will not help to hide the number from him.
This offer from Megafon only works on the company’s network. When calling a number from other operators, the digits of the number will be visible, even if the option is enabled. This service cancels the display of the number only when making a call; when sending SMS and MMS, the addressee’s number is not masked.
The number hiding service conflicts with, which should be deactivated.
How to connect
You can connect or disconnect the service in two ways:
- by dialing *221#;
- in your personal account.
By connecting to the service, you get the opportunity to permanently hide your phone. No matter who you call, they will not see your number. If you want your number to be seen when the service is activated, then you need to dial *31#called number (example: *31#89201234567).
Disable using USSD commands
The easiest way to disable the service is by sending a special digital combination from your phone. Deactivating USSD is provided free of charge and does not require any registration.
To remove the option from a number, dial the following combination of numbers on your mobile phone: *105*501*0#, and press the “Call” button.
After a few seconds, a response message will be sent to your mobile phone, informing you that the service on the SIM card has been turned off.
How to hide Megafon number for one time
The one-time AntiAON service is included in the functions of the main package and is available to every subscriber. Accordingly, there is no connection fee for it, and it does not require a separate connection.
This service can be used one-time. To do this, you need to dial: #31#called number and press call (example: #31#89051689164).
Price
The service for anonymous calls may cost differently depending on the region. Let's take data for several regions and put them in a table for a better understanding of the price range:
| Region | One-time AntiAON, rubles per request, rubles | Connecting AntiAON | Daily fee, rub. in a day |
| Samara Region | 5 | For free | 2 |
| Moscow and Moscow region | 7 | For free | 5 |
| St. Petersburg and Leningrad region | 7 | For free | 2,5 |
| Altai region | 5 | For free | 5 |
| Arhangelsk region | 7 | For free | 2,5 |
How to disable a hidden number
If such a question arises, this can be done in several ways:
- find it in your personal account, and then disable it manually;
- dial *221# on your phone
- Call the help desk at 0500 and follow the instructions received.
Description
As mentioned above, the service allows you to block the display of a phone number to other subscribers. Hidden number guarantees by MegaFon are provided only for action within the network. Calls to other telecom operators do not guarantee number encryption. It is also worth noting that when sending text or multimedia messages, the number will not be hidden. The service only applies to calls.
The service will not be able to connect and work correctly with the Additional city number option. For proper operation and the ability to activate the service, you should refuse the option.
Service cost
Regarding the cost of the service provided, subscribers will need to pay a certain amount to activate the service. At the time of connection, 10 rubles will be debited from your balance. As for disconnection, there is no charge. The service is also available for use on a subscription fee. The subscription fee is charged on a daily basis. It is 5 rubles/day. For this service, no further debits from the balance are provided.
How to make all numbers visible?
You can make it so that even AntiAON will not be able to hide the number. However, it is not possible to make a hidden megaphone number visible for free. To do this, you can activate the SuperAON service. It shows the numbers of subscribers who are calling you in the usual format: +7ХХХХХХХХ
The operation of Super Caller ID is guaranteed only if both the one who calls and the one who is called are clients of the same network and are located within the same branch.
Connecting, as well as disabling this service, is absolutely free.
To connect, you need to dial *502# on your phone.
Or activate the service in your personal account.
You can disable Super Caller ID using the command *502*4# or send SMS OFF to 5502
The price for this service also depends on where the subscriber is located, but it is possible to use this service for free for a week (test mode).
| Region | Subscription fee, rub/day |
| Bryansk region | 3,5 |
| Samara Region | 5 |
| Moscow and Moscow region | 1500 |
| St. Petersburg and Leningrad region | 6 |
| Belgorod region | 5 |
Only the first connection is free; if you want to connect a second time, you will need to pay a certain amount, which is different for each region.
One-time option option
If desired, any subscriber can at any time order the use of hiding the phone number at the time of the selected call - once. The fee for this type of service will be 7 rubles per call. Funds will also be debited from your account during the call.
It seems to me that if the need to hide your number arises quite often, then it would be more profitable to enable “AntiAON” for constant use. But here it is necessary to give the choice to the user himself; everyone will have their own arguments and reasons for making the right decision.
To use hiding once, you need to enter #31# before the recipient's number, for example: #31#89207776655. After dialing a call in this way, the called user will not see the digits of the incoming number on the screen of their device.
I’ll suggest another method for one-time use of this option without dialing #31#. In the smartphone settings, in the section responsible for calls, there is an item “Transfer your number”. After moving the toggle switch to the “No” position at this point, the number will be hidden for each outgoing call, and a fee of 7 rubles will be charged each time.
Attention! AntiAON does not work in roaming.
How can I find out if the service is activated?
To find out whether you have activated the AntiAON service or any other service, you need to:
- Log in to your personal account and go to the “Options and Services” . Then click on the “My” . All your connected services will be displayed on the screen.
- Dial *583#, which is free. In response, you will receive an SMS with the necessary information.
AntiAON - this service allows you to make your number invisible to almost anyone. Any subscriber can use this service, and the price depends on your region of residence.
What is the price
You can hide your number for one time for seven rubles. If a subscriber wants to remain anonymous on an ongoing basis, five rubles a day will be taken from his account. In the latter case, the money is written off daily. These amounts are valid for Moscow and Moscow Region.
The price for services may vary depending on the region of residence. In some regions, a test mode is available, which makes it possible to use the AntiAON function for free for a week. Let's look at data for several regions:
| City | One-time AntiAON (in rubles) | Connection | Permanent AntiAON (in rubles, fee per day) |
| Samara | 5 | — | 2 |
| St. Petersburg and Leningrad region | 7 | — | 2,5 |
| Arkhangelsk | 7 | — | 2,5 |
The cost of connecting to the SuperAON service in Moscow is zero rubles. The subscription fee for visibility of an unknown number is 1,500 rubles per month and is charged on a daily basis in proportion to the number of days. In other cities, prices for services may differ:
| Region | Subscription fee |
| Bryansk | 3.5 rubles per day |
| Samara | 5 rubles per day |
| Leningradskaya | 6 rubles per day |
Final word
Different people have very different tastes and wishes, so Megafon is ready to accommodate everyone. Studying the demand of its users, Megafon is constantly expanding the range of services for them - this is how AntiAON appeared.
Usually this service from Megafon is used to prank friends or by very secretive individuals who, in order to maintain their reputation, are ready to shell out an additional 150 rubles a month for mobile communications.
This is also a very useful function for the operator’s corporate clients, when it is necessary to make a large number of calls for advertising and other purposes.
SuperAON service
One way to make even phones with an anti-identifier connected visible is This option allows you to display the caller's phone number on the screen. Correct operation of the service is guaranteed only when both interlocutors are subscribers of the same mobile network.
You can connect super caller ID in several ways:
- By making a USSD request *502#;
- In the subscriber’s personal account on the Megafon website;
- In the official mobile application;
- By sending an empty SMS message to number 5502.
The first connection to this service is free; for the second and subsequent connections, the subscriber’s account will be charged for using super caller ID. The subscription fee for the SuperAON option may differ in different regions and is debited from the subscriber’s balance daily. In Moscow, a month of using this option will cost a Megafon client 1,500 rubles.
Disconnection is carried out in the same ways as connection:
- In the section for connecting/disconnecting personal account services;
- Via the command *502*4#;
- Sending an SMS with the text “Off” to number 5502.
Disconnection methods
You can disable caller ID on Megafon manually through your personal account, using the USSD request *221# or by calling the single information and technical support number 0500.
To disable the service through your personal account or mobile application, you must log in to it by specifying your login and password, go to the “My Services” section, located in the “Options and Services” menu. After calling the 24-hour hotline, you must follow the instructions of the system.
To disconnect using a USSD command, you need to dial the command and press the “Call” button. The deactivation will be confirmed by SMS message. If SMS does not arrive for a long time, you should check the availability of the service using the methods described above. If the anti-identifier is listed as an active service, you need to make a USSD request again or select another deactivation option.
Also, the owner of the SIM card can contact Megafon communication stores to disable this option. You must have a passport or other identity document with you.
Detailed instructions for hiding your number
Some phone models may not support the ability to hide a number from the other person. You can check whether the anti-identifier can be used in the “Calls” menu of the mobile device settings. To do this, you need to find the “Show/Hide number” item. After enabling the option, you need to change the value of this parameter to “Hide number” and check the operation of the anti-identifier.
| Go to your phone and click on the 3 dots | |
| Selecting settings | |
| Go to the additional tab | |
| Finding my number | |
| Hide number |
Checking the connection
You can check whether the AntiAON option is enabled in the user’s personal account. To do this, you need to log into your account using your username and password, go to the “Options and Services” section and select “My Services”.
You can receive a report on all connected services as a text message to your phone. To do this, you need to make a request *583# and wait for a response SMS. By calling the 0500 hotline, you can find out the list of services connected to the phone from which the call was made.
At any Megafon office, consultants will tell you what services are connected to your phone. But this information can only be provided to the owner of the number. Therefore, you should take your passport with you.
